Bangladesh will face Sri Lanka in the bronze medal match of the Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket tournament at the Aichi Prefectural Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan, on Saturday, October 3. Both teams will look to finish the tournament with a place on the podium after losing their respective semi-finals.
Bangladesh suffered a six-wicket defeat against Pakistan in a rain-shortened semi-final. They posted 111/7 in 13 overs, with Towhid Hridoy scoring 42, but Pakistan chased down the target in 12.4 overs. Mustafizur Rahman had a difficult outing, conceding 41 runs in his two overs.
Sri Lanka endured an even heavier defeat against India, losing by 124 runs. Chasing 170, they were bowled out for just 45 in 9.5 overs after India's bowlers dominated from the start. They look to produce a stronger batting display in the bronze medal match.
BAN vs SL Live Streaming, Live Telecast: Where to Watch Asian Games 2026 Bronze Medal Match?
Fans in India can watch the Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka bronze medal match live on the Sony Sports Network. Fans can stream the game live on the Sony LIV app and website. The match will begin at 9:00 AM local time (JST) and 5:30 AM IST on Saturday, October 3.
In Bangladesh, viewers can watch the match on Sony Sports 1 HD through Akash Digital TV, with streaming available on Sony LIV. Fans in Sri Lanka can also follow the match through Sony LIV and the Sony Sports Network.
BAN vs SL Pitch & Weather Report: How Will Korogi Sports Park Play?
The Korogi Sports Park surface has been difficult for batters. The slower nature of the surface has made timing the ball harder, particularly during the middle overs.
Both teams are likely to rely heavily on their spin options. Batters who spend time at the crease could become increasingly important, while the captain winning the toss may prefer to bat first and put runs on the board.
Weather conditions in Nisshin are expected to be much more favorable on October 3. The morning forecast points to sunny conditions, with temperatures around 20°C at the start of play and no significant rain threat.
BAN vs SL Predicted Playing 11 Today
Bangladesh Predicted Playing XI:
Litton Das (c & wk), Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Saif Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Yasir Ali, Mosaddek Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam.
Sri Lanka Predicted Playing XI:
Niroshan Dickwella (wk), Lasith Croospulle, Nuwanidu Fernando, Ashen Bandara, Sahan Arachchige (c), Chamika Karunaratne, Wanuja Sahan, Dushan Hemantha, Tharindu Ratnayake, Nuwan Thushara, Binura Fernando.
BAN vs SL Key Players & Key Battles to Watch
Key Players
Bangladesh: Towhid Hridoy, Mustafizur Rahman, Litton Das
Sri Lanka: Sahan Arachchige, Niroshan Dickwella, Chamika Karunaratne
Key Battles
Niroshan Dickwella vs Mustafizur Rahman:
Niroshan Dickwella will need to handle Mustafizur Rahman's cutters and pace variations during the powerplay. After an expensive semi-final, Mustafizur will be keen to make an impact with the new ball.
Towhid Hridoy vs Dushan Hemantha:
Towhid Hridoy's aggressive approach could be tested by Dushan Hemantha's leg-spin in the middle overs. Bangladesh will need Hridoy to maintain the scoring rate without giving the spinner an easy wicket.
Litton Das vs Nuwan Thushara:
Litton Das will look to attack during the powerplay, while Nuwan Thushara will rely on his slingy action and yorkers to restrict the Bangladesh captain.
